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Teen arrested after arson spree

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Police in Owen Sound have made an arrest in connection with a series of residential fires early yesterday morning.

A total of ten people were taken to hospital and treated for smoke inhalation, and several homes, including a 10-unit townhouse suffered significant damage.  Dozens of people are unable to return their homes.

Police say they will be patrolling the streets in the coming days and want to hear from anyone with relevant information.  A 17-year-old boy from Chatsworth faces 21 charges, including 16 counts of arson endangering life.

Further arrests are expected.